Head coach Kevin Moore has included the New Zealand international on a seven-man interchange bench for the clash at Scully Park, Tamworth.

It will be the first match of the year for Pritchard, who was among the Kiwis best during last year's Four Nations tournament, only to miss the Final with a knee injury.

Pritchard is the only player named in the 20-man squad that is yet to participate in a trial match this year.

Captain Andrew Ryan and hooker Michael Ennis were not considered for selection but both will be available for the Bulldogs round one NRL clash against the Wests Tigers at ANZ Stadium on Monday, 14 March.